More articles about: Cardiovascular: Preventive Cardiology
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Quit Smoking with Support from the Great American Smokeout
For the sake of your health, it’s time to kick your tobacco habit. That’s the American Cancer Society’s message during its annual Smokeout event.
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Why Does Cardiac Arrest, a Leading Killer, Receive Only 0.2 Percent of NIH Funding?
A new study examining allocations of NIH research dollars finds lagging support for cardiac arrest, which kills hundreds of thousands of Americans each year.
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How a Cardiac Surgeon Keeps His Own Heart Healthy
To keep a heart healthy, these heart care tips include a balanced diet, exercise, lower stress from a Michigan Medicine cardiac surgeon.
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New Year’s Cheer, Without Hurting Your Heart
During the holidays, remember the negative effect of alcohol on the heart. See the recommended alcohol intake & learn why you feel dizzy after drinking alcohol.
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How to Avoid a Heart Attack While Shoveling Snow
People with hypertension or diabetes are at a greater risk of having a heart attack shoveling snow. See our tips to avoid a snow shoveling heart attack.
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6 Reasons Schools Need to Run AED Drills
Automated external defibrillators are in schools around the country, but AED practice is still needed. See the importance of AED drills before a cardiac arrest.
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Having Heart Surgery? Why Good Dental Health Matters
Learn how your dental health impacts your ability to have surgery, and find out why your cardiologist may require a dental clearance letter prior to cardiac surgery.
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New Class of Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Promising for Previously Intolerant Patients
PCSK9-inhibitors in new cholesterol medications can help previously intolerant patients lower cholesterol. Here's more information on this new cholesterol drug.
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Smog Alert: Tiny Particles, Big Heart Problems
New studies suggest exposure to high levels of pollution can lead to higher risk of heart attack and stroke. Here's more about the studies and the solution.
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Clearing Up Confusion About Blood Thinning Meds
UMHS' Anticoagulation Toolkit can help answer common questions and concerns about anticoagulants & blood thinning medications, along with your healthcare provider.
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Activity Trackers: Tools for Patient Behavior Change
Research from the University of Michigan has found wearable devices can help patients stay active. Learn about the future of activity trackers in medicine.
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Are Schools Prepared to Save Lives?
A University of Michigan study shows that all participating schools had one or more AEDs, but the level of training and anticipated response times varied.
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U-M Heart Surgeon Gives New Meaning to ‘Running to Work’
University of Michigan heart surgeon has ran his daily commute for the last 30 years. See the video interview and find out why he runs to work everyday.
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Despite New DOAC Use, Anticoagulation Clinics Serve Purpose
University of Michigan cardiologist believes that despite new blood thinning drugs taken orally, anticoagulation clinics will continue serving patients.
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5 Ways to Measure Your Heart Disease Risk
Learn the risk factors for heart disease by reading these simple things to measure. These tests will help you to discover your risk factors for heart disease.
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